Sekeniya - Gadarpur, Udham Singh Nagar
Sekeniya is a village situated in the Gadarpur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gadarpur and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Sakeiniya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sekeniya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sekeniya is 056055. The village covers a total geographical area of 327.05 hectares and falls under the 263152 pincode. Gadarpur is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Sekeniya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gadarpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sekeniya
As per Census 2011, Sekeniya village has a total population of 3,019 people, consisting of 1,571 males and 1,448 females. The village has 571 households and a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males. There are 457 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,683 literate and 1,336 illiterate residents. Additionally, 176 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sekeniya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,019 | 1,571 | 1,448 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 457 | 243 | 214 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 176 | 105 | 71 |
| Literate Population | 1,683 | 1,017 | 666 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,336 | 554 | 782 |
Nearby Villages of Sekeniya
Sekeniya is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sekeniya
Sekeniya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gadarpur to Sekeniya is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Sekeniya is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sekeniya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sekeniya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sekeniya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sekeniya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sekeniya
Where is Sekeniya located?
Sekeniya village is located in Gadarpur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sekeniya?
The Gram Panchayat of Sekeniya is Sakeiniya.
What is the pincode of Sekeniya?
The pincode of Sekeniya is 263152.
What is the population of Sekeniya?
Sekeniya has a total population of 3,019, including 1,571 males and 1,448 females.
How many households are there in Sekeniya?
There are 571 households in Sekeniya.
What is the literacy rate in Sekeniya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sekeniya is 55.75%. Male literacy is 64.74% and female literacy is 45.99%.